As HD broadcasting and cinema continue to expand around the globe, the AJ-HD1400 helps you keep pace with the growing demand for high-quality HD content.
This compact, economical desktop VTR records and plays in all of the world's HD broadcasting formats. It provides 720/1080 video format cross conversion and HD/SD down/up conversion. Also providing SD playback functions, the versatile AJ-HD1400 lets you produce video content for a variety of applications in all regions of the world.
The AJ-HD1400 makes a good fit in an AJ-HDC27H, VariCam HD production system where the need for DVCPRO HD quality is great. It can convert data from native 720p sources for output as 1080/24p or 25p data, and it adds a built-in function for gamma conversion of F.REC cine-gamma sources.
The AJ-HD1400 comes equipped with IEEE 1394 and HD-SDI digital input/output and a 9-pin remote interface for assemble/insert editing. From field recording to nonlinear and in-studio editing, the AJ-HD1400 is a practical, reliable solution to a host of HD production needs.
The AJ-HD1400, offers outstanding cost-performance. Together with the Panasonic AJ-HDX900 Camera-Recorder, the AJ-HD1400 makes it possible to configure an HD production system that's cost equivalent to many SD systems.
Record format:
> 1,080/25p, 30p, 50i, 60i, 720/50p, 60p Support for 720/50p
> Editing capability (assemble, insert, simple joy stick, D-sub)
> Direct playback of ON speed (24p or 25p) Varicam recording
> Playback DVCPROHD, DVCPRO50, DVCPROP, DVCPRO, DV, MiniDV and DVCAMTM material
> Up to 64 min. HD recording time with L cassette
> Standard HD/SDI (according to SMPTE-292M)
> Built-in down converter
> Built-in up converter for SD tape playback
> Digital 8-channel recording for 5.1 surround sound and stereo
> Auto back function for seamless recording
> Rec-inhibit switch
> Joystick controller for video search and menu setting
> Programmable function buttons
> TAPE/EE output selector
> Headphone output with volume control
> AC/DC 12 V operation
- Multi-Format HD Recording and Playback
With the addition of 720/50p, the AJ-HD1400 covers all of the world's HD broadcast formats in both 1080 and 720 video. It also offers playback of all DVCPRO HD sources, including the 1080/23.98p over 59.94i recorded by the AJ-HDX900 DVCPRO HD camera-recorder and the 720/24p (and 25p) over 60p recorded by Varicam. The built-in HD cross-converter makes it easy to convert between 720p and 1080i HD formats. These features combine to make the AJ-HD1400 a flexible solution for both broadcast and cinema applications.
- SD Source Playback and Up/Down Conversion
The AJ-HD1400 can play DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO, DV* and DVCAM* SD sources. The built-in up-converter and down-converter make it possible to output HD data from SD sources, or SD data from HD sources using just the AJ-HD1400. HD and SD can be output simultaneously. There's also an aspect ratio conversion function for added flexibility.
*You need an optional AJ-CS455P Mini-DV Playback Adapter to play Mini-DV and DVCAM S cassettes on the AJ-HD1400. The AJ-HD1400 can play DV tapes in SP mode only.
- 1080/24p (25p) Output for AJ-HDC27H Varicam Source Production
The AJ-HD1400 can play 720/23.98p over 59.94p sources and convert them for output as 1080/23.98psf, and it can play 720/25p over 60p sources and convert them for output as 1080/25p. Used in this way, the AJ-HD1400 provides the AJ-HDC27H Varicam user with an easy integration path to native 1080/24p or 1080/25p based program production.
- New Gamma Conversion Function for Use with AJ-HDC27H Varicam Cinema Production System
Some of the functions offered in the earlier AJ-GBX27G HD Gamma Corrector are now built right into the AJ-HD1400, making it a simple, low-cost solution for producing cinema or film-like video. There are two modes (TELECINE 5, TELECINE 6) for converting source materials recorded using the F.REC mode and gamma curve into video images with a film-like tone. There's also a CINEON mode for converting data into a gamma curve suitable for film recording.
- DVCPRO HD VTR: 64 Minutes of High-Quality Recording
Designed to broadcast specifications, the DVCPRO HD codec combines a video bit rate of 100 Mbps with 4:2:2 image sampling and intra-frame compression. This reliable recording system also minimizes quality degradation with fast-moving subjects and is highly resistant to drop-out. The DVCPRO HD-LP format allows up to 64 minutes of recording on large or medium-size cassette with reliable 1/4" metal particle tape.
- Eight Channels of 16-bit Digital Audio
DVCPRO HD also offers superb 16-bit linear PCM sound quality, with eight embedded channels for recording in 5.1-channel surround sound. The AJ-HD1400 uses HD-SDI for independent input/output and editing of all eight channels.
- IEEE 1394 Digital Interface
Equipped with an IEEE 1394 interface, the AJ-HD1400 can transfer DVCPRO compression data without quality loss to a PC-based nonlinear editing system for low-cost desktop HD editing. SD output is also possible. Also, HD sources can be down-converted and output as either DVCPRO 50 or DV data. You can also use the AJ-HD1400 for convenient backup recording from the AJ-HDX900 or AG-HVX200 DVCPRO HD camera-recorder.
- HD-SDI Input/Output
The AJ-HD1400's HD-SDI interface allows easy HD-SDI input/output and SD-SDI output, making the AJ-HD1400 ideal for use in an HD broadcasting system. Use the AJ-HD1400 for line recording, in-studio production, data transmission and more. A switch is provided on the front panel for selecting the HD-SDI or IEEE 1394 interface for the input signal.
- RS-422 9-pin Remote for Editing Use*
The AJ-HD1400's RS-422 9-pin remote interface allows assemble/insert editing similar to a studio recorder. Control from an external editing controller allows to-the-frame editing precision (with HD-SDI connection and using TC mode). This interface also makes the AJ-HD1400 a good choice for high-end production in non-compression, nonlinear editing systems.
*Only in 1080/59.94i, 720/59.94p, 1080/50i, or 720/50p video modes.
- Encoder Remote Function
The AJ-HD1400 provides a new D-Sub 15-pin encoder remote control terminal. This gives the AJ-HD1400 data transmission capabilities that rival many studio recorders - something you wouldn't expect in such a compact, affordable unit.
- New Joystick Design
The joystick has been redesigned to offer easy, comfortable Slow and Shuttle Search operation. For added convenience, the stick can also be used to select menu items and set the time code. PF (Programmable Function) Buttons. You can assign functions from the setup menu to each of the three PF buttons provided. This customizing feature gives you quick, direct access to the operational functions you use most.
- UMID* Data Recording and Playback
The AJ-HD1400 records and plays data that conforms to the UMID standard and contains a variety of supplementary information. This allows it to read GPS data (latitude, longitude and altitude) recorded by the AJ-HDX900/AJ-SDX900 Camera-Recorder. The AJ-HD1400 can handle VANC for a variety of user data including Closed Captioning, Dolby Dial Norm, and network signaling.
*UMID stands for Unique Material Identifiers, which are defined for AV material use in the SMPTE 330M international standard.
- Small, Lightweight and Easy to Carry
Measuring only 8-1/2" wide, the AJ-HD1400 is virtually the same size as a 3U-tall waveform monitor, making it a space-saver in OB vans and other tight places. Its light 18.74-pound weight and convenient handle make it easy to carry.
- AC/DC Operation
Operating on either AC or DC (12 V), the versatile AJ-HD1400 is a great desktop or rack-mounted VTR that you can also take away for OB van or field use.
- Versatile Interfaces and Functions
2-channel analog audio in, and 4-channel analog audio out.
Built-in SMPTE time code generator/reader and time code in/out.
Auto rewind, auto repeat and memory stop functions.
Optional AJ-A95 remote controller available, with shuttle search.
Auto back function for seamless recording.
Rec inhibit switch.
Headphone output with volume control.
